summer sides

sorry it's been so long since i've posted new recipes! here are some of my favorite summer side dishes that feature fresh produce that's in season.

green beans in pesto

1 lb green beans, trimmed and blanched
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 can butter beans (aka lima beans), drained
1/2 cup prepared pesto sauce (or enough to coat ingredients)
shaved parmesan cheese

toss it all together, and garnish with shaved parmesan.
not an expert on blanching? look at this



tabouli

i used this recipe from the food network. it was delicious. i substituted millet for the cracked wheat.
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/diners-drive-ins-and-dives/tabouli-recipe/index.html